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Remittance inflows reach robust $1.7b in first 15 days of March

Published : Monday, 17 March, 2025 at 12:00 AM  Count : 604
Business Correspondent
In the first half of March 2025, remittance inflows to Bangladesh remained robust, with expatriates transferring a substantial $1.7 billion through official channels, according to latest Bangladesh Bank (BB) data, released on Sunday.

The data indicates a clear dominance of private commercial banks in this sector, accounting for over two-thirds of the total remittance transactions. State-owned banks contributed to the figures but made a relatively modest impact.

Among the private banks, Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC emerged as the leading bank, processing an impressive $305.93 million in remittances. Following closely behind were BRAC Bank, which handled $91.13 million, and Trust Bank, securing $89.73 million.

Collectively, state-owned banks received $371.14 million, with Janata Bank capturing the largest share at $139.33 million. Additionally, specialized banks, predominantly driven by Bangladesh Krishi Bank, managed to process $130.24 million in remittances.

Foreign banks played a negligible role in this landscape, with Standard Chartered Bank reporting only $2.55 million in transactions while other foreign entities recorded minimal figures. This reinforces the ongoing trend of reliance on private banks for remittance transactions and highlights their significant role in foreign currency inflows, particularly in a time of economic uncertainty.

Looking ahead, a senior official of Bangladesh Bank, says the total remittance amount could exceed $3 billion by the end of March. Key factors contributing to this expected surge include stable exchange rates, the onset of the holy month of Ramadan, and the forthcoming Eid Ul Fitr celebrations, all of which traditionally see an uptick in remittance flows.

As such, this momentum in remittance inflows is not only vital for the economy but also underscores the crucial function of the banking sector in facilitating these transactions. The outlook for March remains optimistic, further solidifying the importance of remittances in sustaining economic stability in Bangladesh.



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